Tyres 185/60 R15 -> 195/55 R15 ? - Toyota Yaris Forums

Chemware · 04-20-2010, 08:28 PM

A quick question: I need to replace my OEM tyres (185/60 R15 on 5.5Jx15 steel rims), but they are rare and expensive here in Australia ($140+ per corner).

195/55 R15s, a "performance" tyre is $10-$20 cheaper, so I am considering them. Some tyre shops recommend this, others say it's a bad idea.

Also, would I need new rims ?

Does anyone here have any experience ?

TIA,

Mat

bankrobber · 04-20-2010, 08:50 PM

I would ask to try them out for a hundred miles.

The little red pill · 04-20-2010, 09:43 PM

Just order from tire rack (not sure what shipping would be), the 185/60 15 are like $50 or so each. Store brand ones are like $35.

Loren · 04-20-2010, 09:57 PM

195/55-15 is a good fit for the Yaris. A touch wide for the stock 5.5" wide wheel, but not enough to be problematic. Most 195's are spec'ed for 5.5-7.0" wheels.

*kimona* · 04-20-2010, 10:37 PM

195/55/15 is a good fitment for the Yaris. Recommended wheel width for a 195mm tyre is 5.0-7.0, so no worries whatsoever.

However, 205/55/15 is a better replacement size for the 185/60/15. Recommended wheel width for a 205mm tyre is 5.5-7.5, so a bit tight but a very safe fitment. Many Yaris owners with stock suspension (or a mild drop) run 205/55/15's.

Chemware · 04-20-2010, 10:49 PM

Thanks guys!

Looks like the 195/55s are OK, but check the brand for 5.5Jx15 compatibility.

Tyre Rack has 23 tyres, most in the US$60-70 range (AU$70-80). Far cheaper than here. But looks like they ship to US and Canada only :(

04-20-2010, 08:28 PM	#1
Chemware Drives: Yaris YRS 5 dr 1.5 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Melbourne, Autsralia Posts: 3	Tyres 185/60 R15 -> 195/55 R15 ? A quick question: I need to replace my OEM tyres (185/60 R15 on 5.5Jx15 steel rims), but they are rare and expensive here in Australia ($140+ per corner). 195/55 R15s, a "performance" tyre is $10-$20 cheaper, so I am considering them. Some tyre shops recommend this, others say it's a bad idea. Also, would I need new rims ? Does anyone here have any experience ? TIA, Mat

04-20-2010, 09:43 PM	#3
The little red pill Taking care of Bubbles Drives: 2009 Yaris LB "Bubbles" Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: on my computer chair Posts: 100	Just order from tire rack (not sure what shipping would be), the 185/60 15 are like $50 or so each. Store brand ones are like $35. __________________ 2009 Absolutely Red LB. "Bubbles"

04-20-2010, 09:57 PM	#4
Loren What? Drives: 2007 Yaris LB Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Safety Harbor, FL Posts: 1,006	195/55-15 is a good fit for the Yaris. A touch wide for the stock 5.5" wide wheel, but not enough to be problematic. Most 195's are spec'ed for 5.5-7.0" wheels. __________________ ----------------------- Loren@InvisibleSun.org -----------------------

04-20-2010, 08:50 PM	#2
bankrobber Drives: 2007 Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Central Florida Posts: 254	I would ask to try them out for a hundred miles.

04-20-2010, 10:37 PM	#5
kimona Super Moderator Drives: 2014 White VITZ Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntington Bch, CA Posts: 4,938	195/55/15 is a good fitment for the Yaris. Recommended wheel width for a 195mm tyre is 5.0-7.0, so no worries whatsoever. However, 205/55/15 is a better replacement size for the 185/60/15. Recommended wheel width for a 205mm tyre is 5.5-7.5, so a bit tight but a very safe fitment. Many Yaris owners with stock suspension (or a mild drop) run 205/55/15's.

04-20-2010, 10:49 PM	#6
Chemware Drives: Yaris YRS 5 dr 1.5 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Melbourne, Autsralia Posts: 3	Thanks guys! Looks like the 195/55s are OK, but check the brand for 5.5Jx15 compatibility. Tyre Rack has 23 tyres, most in the US$60-70 range (AU$70-80). Far cheaper than here. But looks like they ship to US and Canada only :(